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Powderhorn ski area is located in Colorado. The resort has all of the amenities for outdoor activities any time of the year, but the best time of the year is definitely the ski season. There are over 1600 skiable acres, supported by several chair lifts – one quad, two doubles and one surface. They receive an average snowfall of 250 inches. The summit elevation is 9,850 feet with a vertical drop of 1,650 feet. Read the rest of this entry »

Not to be outdone, San Francisco holds an exciting celebration of the Spring festival in their very own Japantown. The festival is also known as the North California Cherry Blossom Festival which celebrates the colour and grace of Japanese culture and diversity of the Japanese American community. The Cherry Blossom Festival is also an annual celebration of the 1912 gift of 3,000 cherry trees from the people of Tokyo to American citizens. Read the rest of this entry »

More than just sand and shore, the beach is a source of pride to the people of San Diego. It’s the single defining influence that brings the community together. San Diego features some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Read the rest of this entry »

Boston, the capital of the American state of Massachusetts, has a heritage stretching back to the early years of the American colonies. Founded by Puritan colonists in 1630, the city was the site of several significant events at the time of the American Revolutionary War, including the Boston Tea Party and the Boston Massacre. Read the rest of this entry »

The city of Chicago truly comes to life once the sun goes down with its impressive offerings of nightlife that cater to a wide range of tastes and styles ensuring that an offering for all who visit. After dark Chicago presents a truly fast paced lifestyle that is filled with energy and vibrancy that will entertain even the most quick hearted of travellers. Read the rest of this entry »

Georgetown is an upscale sub urban neighborhood of Washington D.C. that is characterized by its historic Federal buildings, leafy tree lined walkways and the aura of old town America.

Situated near the Potomac River to the North West of Washington, Georgetown was once a vibrant port town today the quaint old town’s cobblestone streets, the red brick houses and the its peaceful environs attract some of Capitol Hill’s best and most brilliant to settle down here. Read the rest of this entry »

Coney Island is not really an island it is actually a peninsula but at one point in time it was an island, so the name is not entirely a misnomer. This are is the southernmost tip of Brooklyn and is home to almost 60,000 people, the island is most widely known for its beach on the Atlantic Ocean and the amusement park. The island was a major tourist attraction and a seaside resort during the early part of the twentieth century but in later years the region lost popularity and was overtaken by newer destinations. Read the rest of this entry »

1. Origin and Construction: The clouds, draping the mountains like strands of silver steel wool, hung low over the Lynn Canal, gateway to the historic city of Skagway, Alaska, itself the origin of thousands of stampeders who had begun their 45-mile treks over the White Pass Summit toward the Klondike gold fields of the Yukon in Canada in 1897 and 1898. The throngs continued to infiltrate the area today from vessels which also sailed from Seattle, but all disembarked from one of the many daily cruise ships which docked a short distance away. Read the rest of this entry »

Only one airport can claim the title of the “world’s oldest, continuously-operating” one. That title belongs to College Park Airport, located in Maryland, some 25 miles from the state’s major facility, Baltimore-Washington International Airport. Read the rest of this entry »

Did you know there are more than a dozen sites run by the National Parks Service just waiting for you to discover in Utah? If you love RV camping as well as the beauty of America’s National Parks, a trip to Utah should be on your “To-Do List.” Hope this brief list whets your appetite for an RV road trip to Utah soon. Read the rest of this entry »

Colorado Island has consistently been voted by many travel publications as one of the top vacation destinations in southern California. Read the rest of this entry »

Aurora, Colorado, one of Denver’s larger suburbs, was founded in 1891 by Donald Fletcher. Initially named after its founder, the town took on the Latin word for “dawn” in 1907 and was a textbook- and postcard-perfect representation of small-town America. Read the rest of this entry »

During those cold winter months you find yourself bundling up on a daily basis. As you walk out of the door the cold wind seems to pierce through the all of the clothing that you have layered onto your body stinging your skin. It makes sense that every time that you leave your house you are dreaming of a warmer place. Unfortunately, you do not have a lot of extra money to take yourself to a warm tropical island. Read the rest of this entry »

For many folks who visit Ontario, one of the first ventures beyond Toronto is a trip to the District Municipality of Muskoka. A 2500 square-mile region usually referred to as simply “Muskoka,” it has small communities, like the township of Muskoka Lakes, whose population of some 7000 swells to 34,000 during the summer, as the region gets over two million tourists a year. Muskoka is among the Canadians’ (and foreign tourists’) all-time favorite vacation destinations. Read the rest of this entry »

Vacationers who love the thought of hitting the links, and then relaxing in a comfortable RV will find plenty to make them happy in sunny Florida. The Sunshine State caters to avid golfers, and RV resorts including or within walking distance of golf courses abound to keep us coming back. Here’s a list of just a few of the Florida RV campgrounds with golf courses on-site or nearby. Read the rest of this entry »

From elegant and chic to inexpensive and family-friendly, the restaurant options in Toronto are as varied as the city itself. Here are some top suggestions that will suit those looking to indulge as well as foodies seeking more thrifty yet flavourful fare. Read the rest of this entry »

Rving in Alaska is not a two week trip, plan for a much longer time because getting there and back is half the fun, enjoying the stops along the way. But if time is an issue then you have several options. Read the rest of this entry »

Florida beaches receive thousands of visitors round the year; however winter is the time of the year when the state receives highest number of travelers. Being a peninsula Florida has a long coastal line. There are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to select a vacation destination in Florida. Read the rest of this entry »

Austin isn’t short on history and its museums are a way to experience every bit of that history. Whether you’re a history buff, have children or just want a nice way to spend an afternoon in Austin, give these museums a try. They are but a small sampling of the variety of museums in this city. Read the rest of this entry »

It is particularly annoying to get younger kids to cooperate during travel. But it is not their fault, because at their age they are naturally more inquisitive and more active. They are not content to stay put and lounge in the beach or hotel. They want lots of actions, something that your dream beach vacation cannot satisfy. Why not change your dream relaxation vacation to a fun family holiday? Virginia travel offers two exciting and affordable theme parks for your family’s enjoyment. Read the rest of this entry »